Day Trips from Amsterdam to Alkmaar

Gain an overview of traditional Dutch life on this private tour from Amsterdam–perfect for travelers on limited time. Visit a Gouda cheese dairy and clog factory, learn about Dutch water management at the Cruquius Museum, enjoy an intimate glimpse of a 17th-century windmill, and explore the charming village of Edam all in one day, zipping between attractions with ease via private vehicle.

Go off the beaten path in the Netherlands and discover some of the best hidden gems found close to Amsterdam. This small-group tour takes you to the picture-perfect village of De Rijp, the magnificent windmill of Schermerhorn, the oldest working planetarium in the world; and the preserved mummies of Wieuwerd.

This private tour offers an unforgettable acquaintanceship with The Netherlands! Starting at Amsterdam, we drive into the country for hundreds of kilometers to visit 5 very different and truly amazing places: a picturesque village off the beaten track, a magnificant windmill, the world famous "Afsluitdijk", a charming fishing village and even one of the most beautiful medieval castles of Europe. Experience The Netherlands at its best!

This very special daytrip takes you to lesser known, but truly magical places. See the monumental village of “De Rijp”, the magnificent windmill of Schermerhorn and the 32 km long enclosing dyke. Experience the oldest working planetarium in the world and be amazed by the mystery of the mummies of Wieuwerd! We show you The Netherlands at its best! Our tours offer best value for money; more distance, more adventure, no tourist traps.

Enjoy a full day Sightseeing tour to the Alkmaar Cheese market, windmills, the countryside, a local cheese and clogs factory and Volendam. The Alkmaar Cheese Market is the oldest and largest in the Netherlands. Since 1365, Alkmaar has had one cheese scale, and by 1612, the city had as many as four cheese scales. Even the Waagplein, where the cheese market has been held since its inception, has been expanded several times. Here are the most special windmills of The Netherlands such as the paint windmill, the sawmill, spices mill and peanut oil. Thereafter you will see how we make the original Dutch clogs and there is a possibility to buy clogs/wooden shoes and souvenirs. The second stop will be at the Henri Willig farm where they will teach you how they treat their cows and there is a possibility to see how they milk the cows. Thereafter it is time to taste more than 30 types of very nice Dutch cheese for free! Duration of the tour will be approx. 8 hours.

This tour is specially made for seniors or people who have mobility problems. During this private tour of the idyllic countryside in the north of Holland, we drive through and visit quaint little villages, where it feels as though you are traveling back in time. We make stopovers in less touristy gems, such as De Rijp, Driehuis, Broek in Waterland, and the famous cheese town of Edam. We will visit a windmill from the 17th century that was responsible for regaining land by managing water levels, see how clogs are made. As both of us grew up in and around windmills, we know everything about them. It's in our family genes. The windmillgirls have great stories that we would love to share with you! What more could you want than to be guided by a miller's daughter and a miller's granddaughter?! Let us take you to the most scenic windmill places, picturesque villages, traditional handicrafts, and the best cheese farm to taste Gouda cheese in 30 different flavors!

During this private tour of the idyllic countryside in the north of Holland, we drive through and visit quaint little villages, where it feels as though you are traveling back in time. We make stopovers in less touristy gems, such as De Rijp, Driehuis, Broek in Waterland and the famous fishermen’s village Volendam. We will visit a windmill from the 17th century that was responsible for regaining land. As both of us grew up in and around windmills, we know everything about them. It's in our family genes. The windmillgirls have great stories that we would love to share with you! What more could you want than to be guided by a miller's daughter and granddaughter?! Let us take you to the most scenic windmill places, picturesque villages, and the best cheese farm to taste Gouda cheese in 30 different flavors!

By going north of Amsterdam we will visit the largest flower farming areas in the world, away from the crowds. We go to the original Dutch polder landscapes, visit Alkmaar, an old market town, and will be seeing beautiful displays of flowers for the locals. A unique experience.

Do you love to see the tulips and other spring flowers but don’t want to be in a massive crowd? The Poldertuin is a beautiful garden ('small Keukenhof') with spring flowers. From mid-March to mid-May the garden is in bloom and at its best. Most of the tulip fields are in this area. Great for making pictures! We drive through and visit quaint little villages, where it feels as though you are traveling back in time. We make stopovers in less touristy gems, such as De Rijp, Driehuis and Beemster. We will visit a windmill from the 17th century that was responsible for regaining land. As both of us grew up in and around windmills, we know everything about them. It's in our family genes. The windmillgirls have great stories that we would love to share with you! What more could you want than to be guided by a miller's daughter and granddaughter?! Let us take you to the most scenic windmill places, picturesque villages, and the best cheese farm to taste Gouda cheese in 30 different flavors!